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One of the signs of aging that is most apparent to friends and family — and one of the most difficult to hide — is discoloration, droopiness and thinning of the skin around the eyes. This unwelcome change in your facial appearance can make you look old and perpetually tired.
Eyelid Surgery Benefits
Using blepharoplasty, or eyelid lift, a surgeon can reverse the damage by tightening skin surrounding the eyes, raising drooping eyelids and removing excess tissue. It is an outpatient procedure that targets accumulated fat in upper and lower eyelids, as well as sagging, puffiness, under-eye bags and the development of creases or fine lines around the eyes.
What Is the Difference Between Upper and Lower Blepharoplasty?
Upper and lower eyelid surgery are two separate — but often combined — cosmetic procedures. Upper eyelid surgery addresses drooping upper eyelids, which occur gradually with age. Dr. Funt can re-elevate the eyelids by removing excess fat and skin (which weigh down the eyelid) from above the eye. He also tightens the muscles so that the eyelids have the strength to open more completely.
Lower eyelid surgery improves the bags and hollows that develop below your eyes. Here, Dr. Funt removes and repositions tissue like fat and skin to create contours that appear smoother and brighter so that you look more refreshed.
What Is Blepharoplasty Recovery Like?
Plan on resting and relaxing for a few days after surgery, prioritizing activities that do not strain your eyes. You can expect some bruising and swelling around the treatment area, but this will slowly subside, revealing your full results within a few months. You may take pain medication to relieve any lingering discomfort after your surgery. Most patients return to work one to two weeks after their surgery.
How Long Do Eyelid Surgery Results Last?
Upper eyelid surgery can strengthen and rejuvenate the eyelids for about a decade before visible signs of aging reappear. If you remain a good candidate for elective surgery, you may be eligible to repeat upper blepharoplasty to extend your results. Lower eyelid surgery results are generally considered indefinite. Many of the positive changes you notice to your undereye area can last a lifetime.
How Much Does Eyelid Surgery Cost?
Since Dr. Funt customizes blepharoplasty to the needs and requests of each patient, prices differ. Factors that determine your cost include whether you have upper or lower blepharoplasty and the amount of skin and fat that needs to be removed to achieve your cosmetic goals. This surgery is primarily a cosmetic procedure and is therefore not typically covered by insurance. However, financing options are available through CareCredit.
Will Eyelid Surgery Alter My Vision?
Eyelid surgery should not have a significant impact on your vision. However, some patients with significant upper eyelid ptosis notice an improvement to their overall field of vision after having upper eyelid surgery, because they can now open their eyes more fully.
Testimonials
“Dr. Funt was highly recommended to me by a friend, and I highly recommend him as well! I had bilateral lower blepharoplasty to alleviate chronic puffy eyes, and I could not be happier. The results are natural, and I look well rested.” – J.C.
“I’m 58 and felt self-conscious about my eyes since I looked so tired. Dr. Funt performed eyelid surgery and did a beautiful job. He was professional, meticulous, and caring. I look refreshed and brighter without it being obvious I’ve had plastic surgery. I could not be happier.” – T.D.
“I had eyelid and neck surgery done by Dr. Funt. I am very pleased with the results. He listened to what I wanted and did exactly that. The staff was extremely attentive in answering all my questions about my care, and they called to check up on me multiple times after my surgery.” – J.M.
